William “Billy” Lynn Hope, age 56, of LaFollette passed away on Monday, January 21st, 2013 at Physicians Regional Medical Center. He was a loving husband of 25 years as well as a wonderful father, grandfather, son, & brother that enjoyed spending time with his family who was his life. He enjoyed communicating with his friends on his CB radio as “RC”. He was a dedicated employee of OG Hughes for 25 years.

He was preceded in death by his father William N. Hope and infant grandson Logan.

He is survived by his mother Evelyn (McDeerman) Hope of LaFollette, wife Brenda Hope of LaFollette, daughter Katie Hope Adkins of LaFollette, brothers Wayne & wife Brenda of Kingston, Mark & wife Debbie, and Brent & wife Angie all of Jacksboro, grandchildren Elizabeth “Libby” and Cody, several nieces & nephews, and a host of other family & friends.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 24th, 2013 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm in the Martin Wilson Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 8:00 pm with Rev Lawrence Henegar officiating. Interment will be on Friday, January 25th, 2013 at 11:00 am at Powell Valley Cemetery.



Mrs. Barbara Anne Smith Tipton, age 75 of LaFollette, passed away Sunday, January 20, 2013, at her home. She was preceded in death by her son, Steven Tipton, parents, Hillard and Bertha Smith, and brother, Carl Smith.

She is survived by one brother and four sisters.

Family and friends will meet Thursday 1 P.M. at Baird Cemetery for Graveside Services and Interment with Rev. Harry James officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Covenant Hospice, 3001 Lake Brook Boulevard, Suite 101, Knoxville, TN 37909. Online condolences for Mrs. Tipton may be made at www.waltersfuneralhome.net. Walters Funeral Home of LaFollette is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Barbara Anne Smith Tipton.

Martin Wilson Funeral Home of LaFollette is in charge of these arrangements.